Senior Enterprise Account Executive

VelocityEHS; Oakville; Remote; CAD 236,000 - 272,000; Full time

Job summary

A software solutions company in Ontario seeks a Senior Enterprise Account Executive to drive new client acquisition in the enterprise segment. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of sales experience, preferably in the SaaS space. Responsibilities include managing a sales pipeline, collaborating with marketing, and leading negotiations with C-level executives. This role offers competitive uncapped commission and a remote-first work environment, focusing entirely on new logo acquisitions.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Career growth opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of closing, quota-carrying, sales experience.
• 3+ years of SaaS sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Own a quota for new business bookings in the Enterprise segment.
• Develop and implement specific account plans.
• Work with marketing to identify market growth plans.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified opportunities.
• Lead account management matters for prospects.

Skills

Closing sales

SaaS sales experience

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Data-driven decision making

Education

BA / BS degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

This existing vacancy is open to candidates that reside near Chicago, IL or Toronto, ON for periodic in-person collaboration.

VelocityEHS is looking for a Senior Enterprise Account Executive to join our enterprise sales team acting to acquire new enterprise level customers to our base. You will be dedicated to helping prospect reach their EHS goals through the use of our software platform. You must possess a strategic approach to selling and strive to meet / exceed revenue goals, while acting as an advocate for innovation, bringing forth the needs of the market to our internal teams. You will interact with and present to senior decision makers, including C-level executives, Safety, IT, Finance and Operations in the sales process. As the main point of contact to our Enterprise prospects, the Enterprise Sales Executive will conduct executive level discussions related to the customer\'s EHS program and the entire suite of VelocityEHS solutions.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Own a quota for new business bookings in the Enterprise segment (typically organizations over 5,000 employees). Deliver against defined quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Develop and implement specific account plans supporting company goals and quota objectives.
• Work with and support marketing team to identify and execute plans for market awareness, client case studies and vertical market growth within assigned territory and accounts.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified opportunities.
• Serve as the lead point of contact for all prospect account management matters.
• Negotiate and exchange business case information with all levels of management within prospect enterprise.
• Obtain extensive background in procurement policies and RFPs.
• Manage getting subscription agreements signed with new customers with the goal to maximize Enterprise SaaS revenue.
• Leverage portfolio to engage and influence senior executives, end users and key stakeholders across all segments.
• Be the "voice of the seller" curating qualitative and quantitative analysis of product performance from your managed book and provide actionable feedback to inform product roadmap decision making.
• Work with Global Enterprise (Farmer) team on account plans and management to maximize SaaS revenue and retention.
• Travel, present, and work at trade shows or events as needed.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of closing, quota-carrying, sales experience
• 3+ years of SaaS sales experience

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• BA / BS degree or equivalent
• Experience with SaaS sales
• Experience with Salesforce platform
• Experience within the environmental health and safety industry
• Experience carrying a revenue target with the ability to develop compelling strategies that deliver results
• Excellent communication, negotiation and forecasting skills
• Demonstrated ability to find and manage high-level business in an evangelistic sales environment
• Ability to gather and use data to inform decision making and persuade others
• Ability to assess business opportunities and read prospective buyers
• Ability to orchestrate the closure of business with an accurate understanding of prospect needs
• Ability to include multiple partners and members of the company management team using competitive selling to position company products against direct and indirect competitors

Why Join our Sales Team?

• Mission with Meaning: Sell solutions that help companies create safer, more sustainable workplaces — and make a real-world impact.
• Market Leadership: Join the clear category leader in EHS / ESG software, trusted by 10+ million users worldwide.
• Focused Role: 100% new logo acquisition — no renewals, no upsells, no distractions.
• Uncapped Earnings: Competitive base salary and uncapped commission with aggressive accelerators.
• Career Growth: Clear promotion paths into senior sales, enterprise roles, or leadership.
• Award-Winning Culture: Recognized as a Top Workplace with a coaching-driven, team-first environment.
• Coaching Culture: Join a team with long-tenured leadership, consistent coaching, and a strong peer culture.
• Remote Flexibility: Our remote-first work plan that allows you to balance your productivity with reduced stress and work from home with commute-free employment.
• Modern Tools: Access to the full VelocityEHS sales stack investing in your success — Salesforce, Outreach, Gong, 6sense, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and more.

VelocityEHS is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices by offering market-based salary ranges. The expected On-Target Earnings (OTE = base salary + variable) range for this position is between $169,965 and $194,965 USD (United States) with variable earning opportunities uncapped. We aim to hire between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range and offers at the maximum of the range are uncommon. The final offered salary will be based on candidate\'s proficiency in skill set, prior relevant experience, internal equity, market considerations, and other factors. This role is eligible for a Variable Pay Program. This role is also eligible for our comprehensive benefits package.

If you\'re a proven hunter who loves building pipeline, closing deals, and making an impact, VelocityEHS is the place for you. Join us and help companies protect their people while growing your own career!

We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. VelocityEHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous / Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting.

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